- 100 grants of up to $1,000 available for events to celebrate International Day of People with Disability
- The United Nations-sanctioned day is celebrated every December 3
- Initiatives and events will celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and contributions of Western Australians with disability
Disability Services Minister Don Punch announced today $125,000 funding for inclusive community events and activities to celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) 2024.
IDPwD is a United Nations-sanctioned day that is celebrated every year on December 3. It aims to increase public awareness and understanding of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions.
Local government authorities, community groups and non-government/not-for-profit organisations are eligible to apply for funding.
Successful applications will include initiatives and events that aim to raise awareness, educate, and inform the broader community about people with disability.
The funding supports the vision of the State Disability Strategy - to build a more inclusive Western Australia and empower people with disability to participate meaningfully in all parts of society.
Developmental Disability WA (DDWA) will administer grants of up to $1,000 on behalf of the Department of Communities to celebrate IDPwD in 2024.
Applications close on September 25, 2024. For more information or to apply, visit https://ddwa.org.au/international-day-of-people-with-disability-2024-event-sponsorship/
Quote attributed to Disability Services Minister Don Punch:
"International Day of People with Disability is an opportunity to be part of creating an inclusive and diverse community for people with disability.
"It's also equally important as a day to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and contributions of people with disability.
"These grants will support events and activities that help raise awareness of people with disability and the vital part we all play in building a more inclusive Western Australia."
